Job Title: Student, Support for Advocacy and Public Policy / Étudiant(e), support aux affaires publiques et politiques

Location: Hybrid model in Ottawa.

Employment: Student employment for a 9-week contract (May 4th, 2026, to July 10th, 2026).

Vacancy: This posting is for a newly created position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Canadian Parents for French is a nationwide, research-informed, volunteer organization that represents members across Canada. We are located across the country with 10 Branches and Offices, and over 100 local community Chapters. We believe the ability to communicate in more than one language fosters creative, empathetic, and adaptive people who access far-reaching opportunities and enhance the social and economic prosperity of our country. Canada has an enviable capacity to ensure that upcoming generations develop this ability in both official languages. We work to ensure that all learners have the opportunity, support, and motivation to learn and use French.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Network Director, Advocacy & Public Policy, you will support the CPF Network to proactively advocate for French Second Language (FSL) and to increase equitable access to opportunities and programs, ensuring active and full participation in a bilingual Canada.

Your main responsibilities will be to:

• Support with Canadian Parents for French’s (CPF) 50th anniversary and programming.

• Support CPF’s advocacy and public policy work by assisting with research, drafting materials and father information related to key policy priorities.

• Assist with archiving and organizing key documents.

• Perform data entry and maintain accurate records.

• Assist in updating, editing and enhancing our communications activities across CPF’s services with programs.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Student position (30 hrs/wk) from May 4th, 2026, to July 10th, 2026. The salary for this position is set at $20,00/hr plus four (4) percent added to each paycheck.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both French and English.

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary studies in political science, public affairs or administration, public policy or certification in government relations or in a field related to the purposes of the position.

• A minimum of 1 year of work experience in the field of public policy development and analysis; stakeholder relations, strategic communications focused on political action, ideally in an association setting.

• Ability to mobilize statistical data and research to develop convincing public policy arguments; demonstrate autonomy and a sense of resourcefulness necessary to obtain information and results.

• Proven research and writing capabilities.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and critical thinking; versatility and ability to handle numerous files simultaneously.

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA

• Candidates must legally be entitled to work in Canada.

• Experience in the not-for-profit sector, member or volunteer-driven organizations, is considered an asset.

• Supports promoting learning of both official languages and a bilingual Canada.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Remote/Hybrid Work Model – The CPF Network office allows a remote/hybrid working model for this position according to the CPF National Employee Handbook.

• The regular office hours are between 8:30 AM and 4:30 AM EST, Monday to Friday. The position may require working evenings and weekends as required.

• May involve occasional light physical tasks (e.g., lifting office supplies or equipment up to 20 lbs).

TO APPLY

Please send your resume and cover letter in either French or English telling us why you think you’d be a great addition to the team at Canadian Parents for French, National.

Please indicate “Student, Advocacy & Public Policy” in the subject line. Interviews will be scheduled between April 27th, 2026, and April 30th, 2026. The ideal start date is May 4th, 2026. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CPF National is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and to building an organization that reflects the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to equitable employment practices. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status. We are happy to provide accommodation for those who require it - please communicate if accommodation will be required during the process.